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UK Growth Forecast Slashed: Morgan Stanley Challenges Reeves

1/28/2025

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Morgan Stanley has reduced the UK's 2025 growth forecast from 1.3% to 0.9%, challenging Chancellor Rachel Reeves' agenda.
This adjustment follows the IMF's earlier prediction of 1.6%, highlighting a concerning economic trend.
Reeves will address growth strategies, considering planning reforms and a third runway at Heathrow.
Businesses are worried about increasing National Insurance and its potential effect on unemployment rates.

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Story summary

Morgan Stanley has reduced the UK's 2025 growth forecast from 1.3% to 0.9%, challenging Chancellor Rachel Reeves' agenda.
This adjustment follows the IMF's earlier prediction of 1.6%, highlighting a concerning economic trend.
Reeves will address growth strategies, considering planning reforms and a third runway at Heathrow.
Businesses are worried about increasing National Insurance and its potential effect on unemployment rates.